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Accessible Turning Space Requirements- Stair & Handrail Information
- Sleeving Through Footings
- Site Plan Drawing Requirements
- Shed Handout
Roofing Requirements Handout- Roofing Requirements for Ice Barriers
- Roofing Codes Adoption - March 8th 2023
- Residential STC Rating Information
- Port a Potty Requirements
- Minimum Requirements for Building Permits (Residential)
- Minimum Requirements for Building Permits (Commercial)
- Intermodal Shipping Containers
- State of Arkansas ADA Information
- Interior Remodel Requirements
- Inspection Information
- House Move Information
- Homebuilders Information
- Handrail Design
- Foundation Only Requirements
- Fire District Information
- Driveway Information
- Demolition Information.pdf
- Deck Information
- Current Codes Handout
- Contractors Licensing Board Information
- Condensate Line Disposal
- Assembly Uses Information
- Act 1100 of 1991
- 2014-arkansas-energy-code-label
- Wheelchair and Turning Space
- Toilet Grab Bar Information
- Ramp and Stair Information
- Drinking Fountain Information
- Accessible Toilets & Urinals Requirements
- Accessible Routes for Wheelchairs
- Accessible Routes For Doors
- Accessible Routes
- Accessible Restrooms
- Accessible Parking Requirements
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Building Services
The objective of the Department of Building Services is to ensure the built environment protects the public’s health, safety, and general welfare. Building Safety does this by:
- Issuing proper permits for approved construction
- Ensuring construction plans comply with codes
- Inspecting construction for compliance to the applicable State and local construction codes
City staff ensures that construction meets the currently adopted Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, Arkansas Plumbing and Gas Codes, Arkansas Mechanical Code, Arkansas Energy Code and the Arkansas National Electric Code. Please contact the city building department at 479-784-2206 for specific information applicable to your project.
Building Safety
The Building Services Department also ensures that construction work is performed by properly licensed professionals and tradespeople on construction projects. Building Department staff can assist with specific information and direction concerning State and City requirements for licensing and registration.
For step-by-step instructions on obtaining a building permit, please visit Building & Development Permits.
Building & Development Permits